Cultural Events
June 2026
Jun
13
12:30p
End Date
2nd Saturday with Steve (Stephen F. Austin): Stories of the Enslaved in San Felipe de Austin
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join educators from the San Felipe de Austin Historic Site and the Texas Historical Commission for a meaningful historical presentation.
Jun
13
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learning about natural and cultural resources combine at the historic Castle / Refectory!
Jun
13
1:30p
End Date
Broad Stripes and Bright Stars
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Celebrate Flag Day by learning the history of the United States flag and design your own!
Jun
13
2:00p
End Date
Goose Island History Tour (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join a ranger or volunteer to learn the park's history while riding through the park on the electric tram!
Jun
13
2:00p
End Date
Mission History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Jun
14
10:00a
End Date
Mission History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Jun
14
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learning about natural and cultural resources combine at the historic Castle / Refectory!
Jun
17
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learning about natural and cultural resources combine at the historic Castle / Refectory!
Jun
18
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learning about natural and cultural resources combine at the historic Castle / Refectory!
Jun
18
9:30p
End Date
Miles of Stars
Davis Mountains State Park
Join us as we appreciate some of the darkest skies in the U.S. through storytelling and telescope viewing.
Jun
19
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learning about natural and cultural resources combine at the historic Castle / Refectory!
Jun
20
10:00a
End Date
A Century of History: Ranger Talk
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Interested in details of the park's history not displayed in the Castle? Telegraphs, photos and stories will be shared from the 30's until the present of Lake Corpus Christi State Park.
Jun
20
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learning about natural and cultural resources combine at the historic Castle / Refectory!
Jun
20
1:00p
End Date
Cordage: Making Rope with Yucca
Goose Island State Park
Learn to make rope from one of our native plants!
Jun
20
2:00p
End Date
Tree of Life: Mesquite
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Widely considered a nuisance today, Mesquite used to be essential in the homes of Native Tribe members. Come find out about the range of traditional uses for this abundant plant!
Jun
20
2:00p
End Date
Mission History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Jun
21
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learning about natural and cultural resources combine at the historic Castle / Refectory!
Jun
24
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learning about natural and cultural resources combine at the historic Castle / Refectory!
Jun
25
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learning about natural and cultural resources combine at the historic Castle / Refectory!
Jun
26
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learning about natural and cultural resources combine at the historic Castle / Refectory!
Jun
27
8:30a
End Date
Kayak Tour of St. Charles Bay (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
What will we discover on the bay?
Jun
27
10:00a
End Date
Trade Beads
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Learn how small glass beads changed the course of history, then make your own bead bracelet!
Jun
27
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learning about natural and cultural resources combine at the historic Castle / Refectory!
Jun
27
2:00p
End Date
Goose Island History Tour (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join volunteer Doreen for a special tour that will highlight America 250!
Jun
27
2:00p
End Date
Mission History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Jun
28
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learning about natural and cultural resources combine at the historic Castle / Refectory!
July 2026
Jul
3
2:30p
End Date
Nature Constitution
Goose Island State Park
Write your own constitution for nature using ink made from oak galls! This is an America 250 program.
Jul
4
9:00a
End Date
History Beneath Our Feet
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Celebrate America250 as we hike through the history of the Johnson Branch Unit.
Jul
4
9:00p
End Date
Star Spangled Skies
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Celebrate America's 250th Birthday under the stars!
Jul
9
11:00a
End Date
Corn Husks a Symbol of Tradition and Ingenuity: Part I
In coordination with Big Bend Conservation Alliance, join us for this FREE event at the Presidio Library. Let's honor the Indigenous Peoples of the La Junta area by making corn husk dolls and learning about their culture.
Jul
11
12:30p
End Date
Second Saturday with Steve: Field School Report
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Unearthing an 18th‑century Spanish Presidio and how you can join future TAS field school digs.
Jul
19
9:30a
End Date
Estero's 20th Anniversary: Tram & a Craft!
A fun ride to explore the Park's history, its habitats and animals, and then a commemorative print!
August 2026
Aug
1
9:00a
End Date
Edible and Medicinal Plant Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a guided walk-through Stephen F. Austin State Park to discover edible and medicinal plants.
November 2026
Nov
14
10:00a
End Date
Frontier Day
Abilene State Park
Immerse yourself in the wild history of the Texas frontier for a day.